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These exercises help keep the brachioradialis strong and flexible, supporting better movement and reducing injury risk. This muscle is close to the skin, so you’re able to see and feel it easily. Which Nerve Supplies the Brachioradialis? Westend61 / Getty Images The radial nerve supplies the brachioradialis muscle to help it move. It also keeps your elbow steady when the biceps and brachialis are moving the joint. Besides bending the elbow, the brachioradialis helps rotate your forearm....

It often triggers bradycardia, which is a slow heartbeat. First, apnea occurs and the baby will stop breathing. Because the baby isnt breathing, blood oxygen levels will fall. Verywell / Sisi Yu The heart slows down in response to the low blood oxygen levels. Apnea and bradycardia are often called the As and Bs or spells. Oxygen Saturation Oxygen saturation measures the amount of oxygen-carrying hemoglobin in the blood. In the hospital, pulse oximetry is used to measure the amount of oxygen in the blood....

This surgery may also involve removal of blood from the brain if the aneurysm has ruptured. What Is Brain Aneurysm Surgery? Abrain aneurysmis an outpouching in the wall of an artery in the brain. Tonpor Kasa / iStock / Getty Images Brain aneurysm surgery is the repair of this arterial defect. During surgery, the outpouching is usually closed off with a special surgical clip. The repair of a ruptured brain aneurysm can be more complicated than repair of an unruptured brain aneurysm....

The participants answered questions about their quality-of-life months after recovering from COVID-19 infection. To understand the underlying causes, researchers homed in on two biomarkers found in the blood. Glial cell activation indicates brain inflammation and is often seen in autoimmune diseases likemultiple sclerosis. Malte Mueller / Getty Images The researchers found that the biomarker for brain inflammation was more prevalent in people who experienced anxiety. This held true even when researchers accounted for demographic differences like age, sex, andbody mass index....

The infection can involve other parts of thecentral nervous system (CNS), including thespinal cord. There are several types of infections, each of which affects different parts of the CNS. These include: Most people recover from brain infections. Verywell / Sydney Saporito But in some cases, the infections can be serious and even life-threatening. This article explores four common types of brain infections, including their causes and symptoms. It also explains how brain infections are diagnosed, treated, and prevented....

Or, at least, stay the sickest. This is Liebermans first self-portrait. And it is her attempt to capture what COVID-19 did to her. Andrew Brookes / Getty Images The symptoms are unrelenting, Lieberman tells Verywell. A big problem for me is the viruss effect on the brain. The brain fog is insane. Nora Lieberman I can forget what Im doing while Im doing it. I forget what Im thinking about while Im thinking about it mid-sentence....

And although not all brain tumors are life-threatening, it is a life-altering experience, even if you recover. But not every support group has the same exact features. We’ve chosen a few brain tumor support groups to help you throughout your treatment and beyond. Education includes online information about brain tumors, as well as webinars that provide updates on research and treatment. In-person gatherings include activities such as local golf, running, and walking events....

A brain tumor’s tendency to bleed depends on the tumor characteristics. Studies suggest that up to 50% of intracranial hemorrhages because of metastasis are related to melanoma. Pituitary tumors are also prone to bleeding. Tim Liedtke / Verywell Diagnosis Bleeding from a brain tumor cancer can usually be diagnosed with computed tomography (CT). Most injuries to the brain, including strokes and brain tumors, cause swelling. Gadolinium helps delineate areas of healthy brain tissue, blood, and cancerous tissue....

A stroke can affect any location in the brain. A brainstem stroke is usually small in size but may causesubstantial symptoms. It is also the control center for several life-sustaining functions, such as breathing and heart regulation. Burger / Phanie / Getty Images The causes of brainstem stroke are the same as thecauses of strokesin other regions of the brain. This is one of the clues that a neurologist uses to diagnose a brainstem stroke....

Bran is the outer hard layer ofwhole grainslike wheat, rice, oats, and rye. Whole grains consist of three edible layers: bran, endosperm, and germ. The bran layer is removed during refining to give grains a smoother texture and improve their shelf life. Verywell / Getty Images This article discusses the health benefits, nutrient composition, and food sources of bran. Verywell / Getty Images What Are the Benefits of Bran? Bran is a good source of fiber, antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals....

Levothyroxine is sold under several brand names, including Synthroid, Levoxyl, Unithroid, and Levothroid. Ageneric version of levothyroxineis also available. But there is some controversy about whether it’s as effective and reliable as the brand-name versions. Verywell / Emily Roberts This article explains how the potency can vary between brand-name and generic versions of levothyroxine. Most medications are available in brand-name and generic preparations. Brand-name preparations are usually the first ones available on the market....

Brazil nuts are the large seeds of giant trees grown in the Amazon jungle. These treenutsprovide a low-fat source of micronutrients. They are unique because they contain the highest amounts of selenium found in foods consumed by humans. MachineHeadz / Getty Images Seleniumis a trace mineral that your body needs in very small amounts. It plays a key role in many aspects of your health. It supports yourthyroid hormone,metabolism, and reproduction....

BRCA mutations increase the risk of several other types of cancer as well. Such testing is not routine and requires thoughtful consideration about potential next steps. They are a blueprintcoding for the proteins that your body builds. Verywell / Gary Ferster BRCA genes are normal genes that function astumor suppressor genes. Normal BRCA genes code for proteins that prevent cancer growth, especially breast cancer and ovarian cancer. Specifically, these proteins are responsible for repairing cancer-causing damage to DNA in your cells....